Himanta Biswa Sarma calls for political unity in BTAD, reiterates stand on evictions

After visiting Anandpur in the C-Block of Baksa, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Koklabari and Salbari constituencies, offering strategic guidance to BJP workers and supporters.

 

Speaking to reporters later, Sarma emphasized the need for political consolidation in the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD). He expressed hope that the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL), and leader Anjali Daimary could come together. “If we sit for discussions, it will be easier,” he said, adding that even if the merger does not occur before the elections, he would work with the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) to unite them in the future.

 

Addressing the ongoing “honey trapping” controversy, the Chief Minister dismissed the allegations, stating, “I am performing my duties. No matter what conspiracy anyone hatches, they cannot succeed. These things are not part of our culture.”

 

Sarma also underlined the need for governance reforms in BTAD, calling for the abolition of the Village Council Development Committee (VCDC) system. He stressed that the BJP must play a decisive role in forming the government in the region to implement such changes.

 

On the subject of eviction drives, Sarma reiterated that no land in Assam should ever belong to suspected foreigners. “Gaurav Gogoi and Akhil Gogoi have no role in this matter. Those evicted are not poor; they own large buildings and are wealthier than most journalists,” he remarked.

 

Regarding the revision of the voters’ list, the Chief Minister clarified that the decision rests entirely with the Election Commission.